Project Manager - Associate, P&a Transformation

JPMorgan Chase JPMorgan Chase · Banking · Brooklyn, NY +1 · Commercial & Investment Bank

Project Manager role focused on driving digital and process transformation within the P&A (Planning & Analysis) and Controllers functions. The role involves collaborating with teams to plan and execute projects, evaluate and redesign operating models to align with technology trends like Cloud, AI/ML, and data analytics, and applying agile/traditional methodologies for project management. It requires familiarity with AI-enabled productivity tools and has a preference for knowledge of AI/ML concepts and digital automation.

What you'd actually do

  1. Collaborate with teams to plan and execute digital and process transformation projects using modern tools and methodologies
  2. Evaluate and redesign operating models to align with technology trends like Cloud, AI/ML, and data analytics, ensuring smooth transitions
  3. Apply agile and traditional methodologies to manage project scope, timelines, risks, and deliverables effectively
  4. Oversee P&A and Controllers transformation projects, define scopes, develop plans, and ensure timely delivery while managing dependencies and risks
  5. Facilitate project updates and alignments with LOB leads and technology teams, ensuring effective communication and collaboration

Skills

Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
  • 5+ years of experience in project management or business analysis
  • Demonstrated familiarity with project management tools and methodologies, including Agile/ SCRUM, Waterfall, and traditional change management practices
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills
  • Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Visio, PowerPoint)
  • basic understanding of data management and cloud architecture principles
  • Practical fluency with AI-enabled productivity tools

Nice to have

  • Advanced technical acumen with exposure to Cloud technologies such as AWS or Databricks
  • Experience with digital transformation tools, data analytics, or business intelligence platforms
  • Certification in Project Management (PMP or Agile methodologies)
  • Knowledge of AI/ML concepts and digital automation
  • Proven track record in driving process improvements and modernizing business practices
  • Strong judgment in applying AI—knowing when to use AI vs. manual analysis, and validating outputs for accuracy, completeness, tone, and audience fit

What the JD emphasized

  • proven exposure to large-scale transformation initiatives ideally within P&A or Controllers functions
  • Practical fluency with AI-enabled productivity tools to accelerate research, writing, analysis, and stakeholder communications
  • Knowledge of AI/ML concepts and digital automation
  • Proven track record in driving process improvements and modernizing business practices
  • Strong judgment in applying AI—knowing when to use AI vs. manual analysis, and validating outputs for accuracy, completeness, tone, and audience fit